Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $61,596 - $79,883
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Science and research
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 5954
At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
Animal Technician - Animal Facility: Cancer Research Division
The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is Australia’s only public hospital solely dedicated to cancer and one of an elite group of hospitals worldwide to have its own integrated cancer research program and laboratories. Peter Mac is now a major partner of the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre (VCCC) Alliance.
Our Cancer Research Division is currently seeking 2 full time Animal Technicians to join our multi-disciplinary and dynamic Animal Facility Core. There are 2 positions on offer. The first is a permanent full time contract and the 2nd is a 12 month fixed term Parental Leave cover. Both positions will require the successful candidates to participate in weekend and public holiday rosters.
The principle responsibilities of these positions are animal husbandry, colony management and record keeping. The positions work closely with other animal technicians as well as research staff and students. You will support the team leaders and manager on issues of compliance, animal welfare and assist with the daily activities and maintenance of the facility.
The successful applicant will need to possess and demonstrate the following skills and attributes:
The successful candidate will have a basic understanding of compliance regulations including POCTA Act, AQIS, PC2 & OGTR and Australian Code of Practice for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes.
It is desirable for the successful candidate to have completed a Diploma of Applied Science – Animal Technology or equivalent, and experience in colony management, including genetically modified animals.
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.
Contact Person: Brent Fullerton
Position: Animal Core Facility Manager
Contact Details: 0407 683 148 - [email protected]
Closing Date: Thursday 10 July 2025
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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
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